what is ships2shores?

A Broad Reach Canada & Tall Ship Expeditions Canada cooperative program where you develop knowledge, skills and community projects through sailing!

This summer you can sail ABOARD the Expedition Tall Ship St. Lawrence II for free thanks to SHIPS2shores! Make sure you mention us in your application!

Who’s It For?

Youth from 13-18

When Does It Happen?

July 27th - August 28th - 5 legs from 5 to 12 days each:

S2S 1: July 27th - August 7th, Toronto - Cobourg

S2S 2: August 10th - 14th, Cobourg - Kingston

S2S 3: August 17th - 21st, Kingston - Kingston

S2S 4: August 24th - 28th, Kingston - Kingston

Where Does It Take Place?

On the Tall Ship St. Lawrence II and in YOUR community!

What’ll I Do?

The Ships-2-Shores project is a community & service focused project.

By taking part in a Tall Ship expedition you’ll gain insight into the value of communtiy, and cooperative effort, while exploring the bays, shorelines, and open water of Lake Ontario.

Immerse yourself in the natural world, explore new places, make new friends, and give back to your communtiy!

Program graduates receive a certificate of completion and a $25 gift + gear!

You are required to complete 120 hours of Community Service by Feb 2027:

10 hours of onboarding + 48 hours while sailing + 52 hours community

service project + 10 hours of offboarding.